gusty

Definition of gustynext
as in windy
marked by strong wind or more wind than usual watch out for gusty conditions as the storm blows in

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Recent Examples of gusty Coastal flooding and beach erosion are the two greatest concerns from the storm for our area, but gusty winds and bands of rain are also likely for inland communities through Sunday late afternoon. — Gregory Padgett, CBS News, 26 Sep. 2026 Winds may not be quite as strong near Sacramento in the evening as the Delta breeze counteracts some of the north winds — a peculiar setup — but could still be gusty in sudden bursts. — Sean MacAday, Sacbee.com, 11 Sep. 2026 Between the brick wall, gusty winds and unpredictable weather, Wrigley Field is a particularly difficult place to play center field. — Patrick Mooney, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026 In addition to flooding, the storm may produce locally gusty winds, especially near the coast and within heavier thunderstorms, AccuWeather said. — Doyle Rice, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026 Forecasters said triple-digit temperatures, deep atmospheric mixing, locally gusty winds and low humidity in interior areas could produce elevated to briefly critical fire weather conditions. — City News Service, Daily News, 28 Aug. 2026 The fabric hangs loosely while still providing a flattering fit, flowing elegantly in the breeze on gusty fall days. — Melody Kazel, PEOPLE, 21 Aug. 2026 Some areas will also see gusty winds, with gusts of 35 to 40 mph in the Antelope Valley, according to the weather service. — Alex Wigglesworth, Los Angeles Times, 3 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gusty
Adjective
  • The roads are quite windy, so those prone to motion sickness should proceed with caution.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Sunday and Monday are forecast to be the windiest days, with gusts potentially reaching or exceeding 35 mph.
    — Lissette Gonzalez, CBS News, 22 Oct. 2026
Adjective
  • The blustery conditions, combined with king tides in the area -- the highest high tides of the year -- have prompted coastal flood alerts through Tuesday from Miami to North Carolina's Outer Banks.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 25 Oct. 2026
  • Wednesday won't be as blustery, but there is still a dangerous high risk of rip currents along our Atlantic beaches.
    — Lissette Gonzalez, CBS News, 21 Oct. 2026
Adjective
  • How breezy a record can sound when all the small stuff has been duly sweated.
    — Hattie Lindert, Pitchfork, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Winds were already blowing between 7 and 15 mph Thursday morning, with a strengthening onshore flow expected to bring breezier conditions.
    — Lissette Gonzalez, CBS News, 22 Oct. 2026

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“Gusty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gusty. Accessed 27 Oct. 2026.

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